HospoNEXT is a free-to-attend hospitality showcase designed for venue teams across pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants. Featuring exhibitors, demonstrations, activations and educational content, HospoNEXT helps attendees discover the products, services and ideas shaping the future of hospitality.
Co-located with the Pub Leaders Summit, HospoNEXT provides valuable learning and networking opportunities for hospitality professionals at every level.
Registration Opens | Monday 13 July 2026 | 8:30am |
Pub Leaders Summit Conference | Monday 13 July 2026 | 9:30am – 5:00pm |
HospoNEXT showcase | Monday 13 July 2026 | 9:30am – 5:30pm |
Future Leaders Scholarship Announcement | Monday 13 July 2026 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm |
Top 50 Gastropubs Awards | Monday 13 July 2026 | 5:00pm – 5.30pm |
HospoHour Networking Drinks | Monday 13 July 2026 | 5:30pm – 6.30pm |
Hotel Study Tour | Tuesday 14 July 2026 | 9:00am – 2:00pm |
Hyatt Regency, Sydney 161 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Pub Leaders Summit and HospoNEXT are held within Hyatt Regency Sydney across dedicated conference and exhibition spaces. Specific room and floor locations will be provided in attendee communications closer to the event.
The event is open to all hospitality staff including industry professionals, operators and suppliers.
HospoNEXT is designed for:
· Venue management teams
· Food & beverage teams
· Operations teams
· Marketing and events teams
· Procurement professionals
· Hospitality staff looking to discover new products, suppliers and ideas
Pub Leaders Summit is designed for:
· Pub owners and operators
· Venue CEOs and Directors
· General Managers
· Group Operations Managers
· Hospitality executives
· Industry suppliers and partners
You can register online via the official event website here .
HospoNEXT is free to attend, however registration is required.
Pub Leaders Summit is a paid conference. Ticket inclusions
and pricing are available on the registration page.
2026 HospoNEXT ticket | FREE until 5 July 2026 ($19 from 6 July 2026) |
HOSPO Hour | $49 |
Pub Leaders | Operator | From $315 |
Pub Leaders | Suppliers | From $649 |
Pub Leaders | Hotel Study Tour | From $649 |
All prices exclusive of GST + Booking Fee
Yes. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email.
A second attendee communication will be sent closer to the event containing important event information, venue details and final event instructions.
Substitutions may be permitted prior to the event. Please contact the event organisers directly for ticket transfer requests at events@intermedia.com.au
Ticket transfers are subject to the event Terms & Conditions.
No, digital tickets or confirmation emails can be presented upon arrival.
Please contact the event organisers directly for ticketing enquiries at events@intermedia.com.au
Registration opens from 8:30am on the event day.
There are a variety of sponsorship, exhibiting and activation opportunities available across both Pub Leaders Summit and HospoNEXT. For more information, please contact:
Jason Wild
P: 02 8586 6213
Business or business casual attire is recommended.
HospoNEXT attendees receive free access to:
· HospoNEXT exhibition showcase
· HospoNEXT Stage presentations
· Product demonstrations
· Activations and networking spaces
· Future Leaders Scholarship Announcement
· Top 50 Gastropubs Awards Presentation
· Hospo Hour networking drinks (additional cost and registration applicable)
HospoNEXT attendees can access food and beverage outlets in and around the venue at their own expense unless otherwise specified.
Pub Leaders Summit delegates receive catering and refreshments throughout the conference day.
Both events are designed to facilitate networking throughout the day.
Highlights include:
· Networking breaks
· Exhibition floor networking
· Supplier meetings and demonstrations
· Top 50 Gastropubs Awards Presentation
· Hospo Hour networking drinks
Hospo Hour is open to both Pub Leaders Summit and HospoNEXT attendees and provides a relaxed opportunity to connect with operators, suppliers, brewers and industry leaders. Access is included in the Pub Leaders Summit Pass and is an add-on / opt-in purchase for HospoNEXT attendees.
HospoNEXT attendees need to purchase a Summit ticket to attend any conference sessions. Please note there will be some free-of-charge presentations on the Next Stage.
Selected presentations may be shared after the event at the discretion of speakers and organisers.
Attendee contact sharing is subject to privacy preferences and event policies.
Important announcements and schedule updates will be shared via:
· Event app
· Venue signage
· Official social media channels
Yes. Speakers and session times may occasionally change due to operational requirements.
The event team can provide promotional assets, logos and social media graphics to help promote your participation.
Please contact events@intermedia.com.au for access to the latest marketing toolkit.
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi will be available at the venue.
Yes. Registered attendees will receive access to the event app closer to the event.
The app will include:
· Agenda and speaker information
· Exhibitor directory
· Event updates
· Networking opportunities
Yes, unless otherwise advised during specific presentations or sessions.
Photography and videography may occur during the event for promotional purposes.
Absolutely. Attendees are encouraged to meet exhibitors throughout the showcase and connect via the event app where available.
Please notify event staff or venue personnel immediately.
Yes. Dietary requirements can usually be submitted during registration.
Smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor smoking areas.
There are a wide range of accommodation options within walking distance of Hyatt Regency Sydney.
Any official accommodation offers or discounted room rates will be published on the event website if available.
Check our host hotel here:
For registration, ticketing, sponsorship, exhibiting or general event enquiries:
Email: events@intermedia.com.au
Event updates will be shared via:
Event website
Food and Beverage Media publications; stay up-to-date by subscribing to one or all of the following publications:
Official social media channels:
@HospoNEXT
@AustralianHotelier
@HospoNEXT
Australian Hotelier